A dynamic economy can lead to greater opportunity
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee will give his seventh State of The State Address tonight at 6 p.m. According to a release from the governor’s office, he will speak on the future of business in the state and its ability to attract businesses with bold ideas as the state leads through innovation, among other topics.
“2025 should be the year to think bigger and to think boldly about what’s possible and go there,” according to a release by the State of Tennessee. “If Tennessee has led the nation as a beacon of opportunity, security and freedom, why can’t we be the nation’s capital of innovation too? Somebody is going to determine what the future looks like. That should be Tennessee.”
About innovation?
“Just like a business innovates to better serve their customer, or as science innovates to save lives, or as an athlete innovates to change the game, this is a time for us to innovate to create a brighter future for Tennesseans,” according to the release.
The administration says a dynamic economy can lead to greater opportunity.
“I’ve been saying for years – the state with the workers will win every time. That is even more true today. Together, over the last six years, we have recruited more than $37 billion in capital investment that has resulted in 234,000 new jobs. Tennessee is a top contributor to our nation’s economy because of our willingness to adapt and welcome emerging industries,” according to the release.
As President Trump is leading nationally with an audit on the national debt with the Department of Government Efficiency, Lee says the idea of government efficiency is not only important, it is essential to a strong economy.
“Limited government is knowing how to do more with less. More bureaucracy does not mean better service. Businesses already know this – government should do the same,” according to the release.
Will the state be a leader in the future of American Energy?
“The Volunteer State is on track to be the epicenter of energy innovation, and it couldn’t happen at a more crucial time. For the past few years, Washington has prioritized social agendas over practical energy policy. As a result, we’re staring down the barrel of an energy crisis with an electrical grid that is on the fragile verge of being completely overwhelmed… So, Tennessee’s ambition to lead in nuclear innovation is much bigger than just competing with other states. This is about securing the future of America,” according to the release.
Lee is set to speak on not only the state of the state, but also the state that the American Dream which is more than a point of pride, but also a call to action.
“Once again, U-Haul has ranked Tennessee among the top five most moved-to states. 90 of our 95 counties are experiencing population growth. While it’s a point of pride, it’s also a call to action,” according to a release. “Whether you’re born in Tennessee or choose to move to Tennessee, we want you to stay in Tennessee … Our state needs a housing plan that makes this key part of the American Dream possible.”
Living in a state with so many natural resources, Lee wants to let citizens know that preservation and protection of those resources is key to keeping Tennessee beautiful.
“From the Delta to Appalachia, Tennessee is blessed with natural abundance that we have to protect and preserve for future generations. Yet, we also continue to be one of the fastest-growing states in the nation – in rural and urban areas alike. So, how do we balance record growth with a plan to protect our natural resources? You start by rejecting conventional wisdom that says you cannot do both. To grow Tennessee, we have to conserve Tennessee,” according to the release.
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